CVE-2024-9219: WordPress Social Share Buttons <= 1.19 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Sat Oct 19 2024(Updated: )
The WordPress Social Share Buttons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting due to the use of add_query_arg without appropriate escaping on the URL in all versions up to, and including, 1.19. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Maxfoundry Social Share Buttons | <=1.19 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b19aa8ca-0ce8-4a9a-8f71-7d7e67e8f99b?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/tags/1.19/share-button/trunk/admin/page_editor.php#L78
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/share-button/tags/1.19/admin/page_editor.php#L60
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3171315/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-9219?
CVE-2024-9219 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9219?
To fix CVE-2024-9219, update the WordPress Social Share Buttons plugin to version 1.20 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-9219?
All users of the WordPress Social Share Buttons plugin up to and including version 1.19 are affected by CVE-2024-9219.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9219?
CVE-2024-9219 is classified as a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2024-9219 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-9219 to inject malicious scripts.
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